With millions of copies sold, the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association is the style manual of choice for writers, editors, students, educators, and professionals in psychology, sociology, business, economics, nursing, social work, and justice administration, and other disciplines in which effective communication with words and data is fundamental.

In addition to providing clear guidance on grammar, the mechanics of writing, and APA style, the Publication Manual offers an authoritative and easy-to-use reference and citation system and comprehensive coverage of the treatment of numbers, metrication, statistical and mathematical data, tables, and figures for use in writing, reports, or presentations.

The new edition has been revised and updated to include:

The latest guidelines and examples for referencing electronic and online sources

New advice on establishing written agreements for the use of shared data

New information on the responsibilities of co-authors

New and experienced readers alike will find the 5th Edition a complete resource for writing, presenting, or publishing with clarity and persuasiveness.

Content and Organization of a Manuscript Expressing Ideas and Reducing Bias in Language APA Editorial Style Reference List Manuscript Preparation and Sample Paper Material Other Than Journal Articles Manuscript Acceptance and Production Journals Program of the American Psychological Association Bibliography Checklist for Manuscript Submission Checklist for Transmitting Accepted Manuscripts for Electronic Production Ethical Standards for the Reporting and Publishing of Scientific Information References to Legal Materials Sample Cover Letter

With millions of copies sold, the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association is the style manual of choice for writers, editors, students, educators, and professionals in psychology, sociology, business, economics, nursing, social work, and justice administration, and other disciplines in which effective communication with words and data is fundamental.

In addition to providing clear guidance on grammar, the mechanics of writing, and APA style, the Publication Manual offers an authoritative and easy-to-use reference and citation system and comprehensive coverage of the treatment of numbers, metrication, statistical and mathematical data, tables, and figures for use in writing, reports, or presentations.

The new edition has been revised and updated to include:

The latest guidelines and examples for referencing electronic and online sources

New advice on establishing written agreements for the use of shared data

New information on the responsibilities of co-authors

New and experienced readers alike will find the 5th Edition a complete resource for writing, presenting, or publishing with clarity and persuasiveness.

Table of Contents

Content and Organization of a Manuscript Expressing Ideas and Reducing Bias in Language APA Editorial Style Reference List Manuscript Preparation and Sample Paper Material Other Than Journal Articles Manuscript Acceptance and Production Journals Program of the American Psychological Association Bibliography Checklist for Manuscript Submission Checklist for Transmitting Accepted Manuscripts for Electronic Production Ethical Standards for the Reporting and Publishing of Scientific Information References to Legal Materials Sample Cover Letter